GAMING MACHINE SECURITY INTERFACE MODULE
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1. A method of operating a networked wager-based gaming machine comprising:
- performing one or more security functions in an electronic gaming module, the electronic gaming module connected to a data network by a first data connection;
monitoring power provided to the electronic gaming module; and
in response to detecting a loss of power to the electronic gaming module, performing the one or more security functions in a security interface module, the security interface module connected to the data network by a second data connection, the security interface module receiving power separately from the electronic gaming module.
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Abstract
A gaming machine includes an electronic gaming module which includes a game controller, and also includes a separate security interface module which monitors door switches and various devices. The security interface module has a separate unswitched power supply and also has a separate communication connection with a backend system so that it can continue to communicate with a backend system even when the electronic gaming module is powered down.
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1. A method of operating a networked wager-based gaming machine comprising:
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performing one or more security functions in an electronic gaming module, the electronic gaming module connected to a data network by a first data connection; monitoring power provided to the electronic gaming module; and in response to detecting a loss of power to the electronic gaming module, performing the one or more security functions in a security interface module, the security interface module connected to the data network by a second data connection, the security interface module receiving power separately from the electronic gaming module. - View Dependent Claims (2, 3, 4, 5, 6)
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7. A networked electronic wager-based gaming machine comprising:
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means for performing one or more security functions in an electronic gaming module, the electronic gaming module connected to a data network by a first data connection; means for monitoring power provided to the electronic gaming module; and means for performing the one or more security functions in a security interface module, the security interface module connected to the data network by a second data connection, the security interface module receiving power separately from the electronic gaming machine.
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